100k Payday

100k….

Or above that.

That’s the goal, right? The benchmark where they say you have made it. Where you are officially part of the upper echelon.

But here's the thing about tech: it's often portrayed as the golden ticket to financial success. We hear stories of people skyrocketing to six-figure salaries overnight, leaving their old careers behind. So, naturally, I believed in that promise and made the bold decision to pivot from a career in marketing and writing.

I dedicated myself to my new path. I immersed myself in study materials and devoured online tutorials. I poured countless hours into building projects and honing my skills. And yes, I managed to secure interviews, but I couldn't quite make it over that hump.

Frustrating, right? But I didn't let that deter me. I kept studying, kept watching tutorials, and kept building projects. I understood the importance of optimizing my resume and LinkedIn profile, so I did just that. I even went the extra mile and created my own online portfolio. Yet, still, breaking through seemed elusive.

But here's the thing I discovered: landing your first job in tech doesn't automatically guarantee a six-figure salary. When I finally received my offer, it was for $52k. I was confused. Wasn't breaking into tech supposed to be the holy grail of reaching that coveted 100k milestone?

What I came to realize is that the journey to 100k is not a straight line. Your first job in tech is like an apprenticeship—an opportunity to gain valuable experience and prove yourself. It's a stepping stone towards that magical number. Success in the tech industry requires continuous growth, skill-building, and perseverance.

It may not happen with the first job, or even the second or third, but with each opportunity, you accumulate invaluable experience and sharpen your skills and 100k will come.

Or above….